Embracing Rest and Reset
A Holiday Gift to Ourselves
As the festive season draws near, all of our plans might make us feel like we need to be on the go, hustling through the holidays and gearing up for the new year. But hold up! Let's hit pause and dive into the art of resting and resetting during this Holiday break!
For many of us, this time of the year can become a whirlwind of events, obligations, and long to-do lists! But what if, just for this season, we gift ourselves the joy of unwinding and recharging?
5 Ways to Rest
Emotional Rest: Allow yourself to feel and process your feelings without judgment or suppression. It could be through activities like journaling, practicing mindfulness or meditation, engaging in therapy or counselling, or simply taking quiet moments to reflect on your emotions.
Intellectual Rest: Unplug from work or intense mental activities. Start reading for pleasure, enjoy creative hobbies like painting or crafting, or even just take a leisurely walk where you let your thoughts wander freely without pressure.
Physical Rest: This form of rest is crucial for allowing your body to recharge and recuperate. It involves getting adequate sleep, but it also means recognizing when your body needs breaks throughout the day. It could include activities like stretching, massage, or even simply lying down and doing nothing to let your body recover from daily stress and strain.
Social Rest: While connections with others are valuable, sometimes you need moments of solitude to recharge. Setting some boundaries with social commitments, taking breaks from social media, or spending quality time with a few close friends or family members in a low-key setting.
Sensory Rest: Find quiet spaces away from loud noises, dimming harsh lighting, take a bath with calming scents, or simply spend time in nature to experience the soothing sights, sounds, and smells of the outdoors.
5 Ways to Reset
Space Reset: This is about creating an environment that promotes peace and reduces stress. Take time to tidy up, rearrange, and create a space that feels calming and inspiring to you.
Goals Reset: Reflect on your current goals and assess if they still resonate with your values and desires. Adjust or set new goals that excite and motivate you. Break them down into smaller, achievable steps, allowing you to progress and stay focused without feeling overwhelmed.
Needs Reset: Prioritizing your needs is crucial for overall well-being. Take time to evaluate your physical, emotional, and mental needs. Are you getting enough rest? Do you engage in activities that bring you joy? Are your relationships fulfilling? Adjusting your lifestyle to meet your essential needs is essential for feeling balanced and content.
Social Media Reset: Resetting your relationship with social media involves being mindful of your online presence. Consider taking breaks from platforms that don't serve you positively. Set boundaries for usage, unfollow accounts that don't align with your values, and curate a feed that inspires and uplifts you.
Mindset Reset: Practice gratitude, focus on the present moment and challenge negative thought patterns. Engage in activities like meditation, affirmations, or practising self-compassion to foster a more resilient and optimistic mindset.
Let's not forget the beauty of this season lies not just in the decorations or perfectly wrapped presents but in the connections we foster and the love we share. While we cherish those moments with family and friends, we can also remember that it's okay to set boundaries and take moments for ourselves.
Here's to embracing the moments of rest & resetting that can be cultivated in this holiday season. We’re toasting to a brighter, more rejuvenated Gyallivant community in the New Year!
Happy Holidays Fam!
